Marcellin Mugabe
Windhoek, Namibia
Summary
Accomplished Anatomical Pathologist with a proven track record at Namibia Institute of Pathology, enhancing diagnostic accuracy through meticulous microscopic examination and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in laboratory management and oral communication, significantly reducing patient wait times. Achieved remarkable outcomes by prioritizing patient-centered care and efficient workflow processes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Anatomical Pathologist
Namibia Institute of Pathology
08.2019 - Current
- Made diagnoses by doing comprehensive histopathological examinations of tissue samples.
- Provided expert consultations to referring physicians, guiding treatment decisions based on pathology findings.
- Presented case studies and research findings at national conferences, showcasing expertise in specific areas of pathology interest.
- Reduced patient wait times for results by implementing efficient laboratory processes and workflow management.
- Supervised laboratory staff and residents to maintain consistency, quality and compliance of work performed.
Anatomical Pathologist
Butaro Teaching Hospital
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Made diagnoses by conducting comprehensive histopathological examinations of tissue samples.
- Provided expert consultations to referring physicians, guiding treatment decisions based on pathology findings.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication by implementing standardized reporting systems for sharing vital diagnostic information.
- Improved turnaround time for critical cases by prioritizing urgent specimens and communicating closely with clinical teams.
- outcomes.
- Reviewed outside cases by assessing test results, reading reports and reviewing autopsies.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy by conducting comprehensive histopathological examinations of tissue samples.
General Medical Practitioner
Nyanza Hospital
03.2013 - 09.2013
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
General Medical Practitioner
Ministry of Defense of Rwanda/UNMISS
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Prescribed and administered medication, therapy and treatment to prevent and treat illness, injury and disease.
- Advised patients about diet and hygiene to prevent disease.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for chronic disease management, resulting in better health outcomes for long-term patients.
General Medical Practitioner
Ministry of Health of Rwanda/Ruli Hospital
11.2011 - 11.2012
- Delivered prenatal care to pregnant women and provided postnatal care to infants and mothers.
- Conducted physical examinations to provide information needed for insurance coverage, admission to schools and consideration for jobs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for chronic disease management, resulting in better health outcomes for long-term patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care and ensure continuity of treatment across various specialties.
Education
Master of Medicine - Anatomical Pathology
University of Rwanda
Kigali/Rwanda08.2017
Bachelor of Medicine And Surgery - Medicine
University of Rwanda
Huye/Rwanda03.2010
Skills
- Microscopic Examination
- Oral communication
- Ethics and integrity
- Laboratory Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Languages
Kinyarwanda
Native language
French
Advanced
C1
French
Advanced
C1
Additional Information
Publications:
1. Use of the Xpert Breast Cancer STRAT4 for Biomarker Evaluation in Tissue Processed in a Developing Country, Am J Clin Pathol, 2021
2. Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm: First Case Report from Rwanda and Review of the Literature, J Glob, Oncol, 2019
3. Concomitant classic Hodgkin lymphoma and schistosomiasis, Am J Hematol, 2019
Professional conferences attended:
1. 07-08 July 2023: Attended the Roche Precision Oncology Symposium in Johannesburg, South Africa.
2. 11-12 Oct 2022: Attended (virtually) the XXXIV International Congress of the International Academy of Pathology
3.March 16-21, 2019: I presented results of a study I did at Butaro Hospital, entitled “CYSTICERCOSIS: REPORT OF 10 CASES DIAGNOSED AT A DISTRICT HOSPITAL IN RWANDA” at the United State and Canada Academy for Pathology (USCAP) annual meeting, in Maryland USA.
4. Nov 16-18, 2018: I participated in training of pathologists from East, Central, and Southern Africa. The Training was about Cancer staging. It was organized by ASAP (African Strategy for Advancing Pathology) group. The training was held at Aga Khan Hospital, University Nairobi, Kenya.
5. From March 4th to 11th 2017: I participated and presented results of a study entitled “Comparing Xpert Breast Cancer Stratifier mRNA essay with ER and PR IHC for rapid biomarker analysis” at the USCAP 2017 conference held in San Antonio/Texas/USA.
6. 24th to 27th October 2016: I participated and presented a case report entitled: “Granular cell tumor of the male breast” in APECSA conference held in Kigali/Rwanda.
7. From Sept 25th to 29th, 2016: I participated and presented a case report on: “Pulmonary Alveolar Microlithiasis” during the 2016 IAP congress in Cologne German.
8. From March 12th to 18th, 2016: I participated at the USCAP 2016 Annual Meeting held in Seattle/USA.
Timeline
Anatomical Pathologist
Namibia Institute of Pathology
08.2019 - Current
Anatomical Pathologist
Butaro Teaching Hospital
09.2017 - 08.2019
General Medical Practitioner
Nyanza Hospital
03.2013 - 09.2013
General Medical Practitioner
Ministry of Defense of Rwanda/UNMISS
04.2012 - 02.2013
General Medical Practitioner
Ministry of Health of Rwanda/Ruli Hospital
11.2011 - 11.2012
Master of Medicine - Anatomical Pathology
University of Rwanda
Bachelor of Medicine And Surgery - Medicine
University of Rwanda
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